All Washingtonians have a role to play in protecting our families and communities from opioid misuse and abuse, and it starts with being informed. The state's new Starts With One - Opioid Awareness Campaign will help to prevent opioid misuse and abuse and encourage safe storage and disposal of prescription pain medications by teaching:

Immediately after the film, there will be an interactive discussion and opportunities to get involved in the recovery movement locally, plus freshly popped popcorn, a candy buffet, soda, raffle prizes, and holiday treats!

Recovery Advocacy Teach-InImmediately prior to the film screening, our partner organization, United Peers of Washington, will host an Advocacy Teach-In at a classroom across the street from the film venue. Polish your skills for effective advocacy: Be ready to advocate for mental health and addiction treatment and recovery services! Master the art of telling your story and presenting your “ask” so your listener stays engaged.

Using funds from the I-502 Dedicated Marijuana Fund intended for marijuana research at the University of Washington, ADAI awarded two marijuana research grants in October, 2017. The goal of the Small Grant program is to stimulate research by providing initial funding for promising pilot projects which may ultimately be developed into full research studies with outside grant support.